Main Entry: in·tel·li·gent
Pronunciation: in-tel--jnt
Function: adjective1 a: possessing intelligence <humans are intelligent beings> b: showing a higher than average degree of intelligence <an intelligent student> c: revealing or reflecting good judgment or sound thought <an intelligent decision>2: able to perform computing tasks : controlled by a computer <an intelligent terminal> - in·tel·li·gent·lyadverbsynonymsINTELLIGENT, CLEVER, ALERT, QUICK-WITTED mean having a sharp mind. INTELLIGENT stresses the ability to deal with new situations and solve problems <intelligent people are needed for police work>. CLEVER suggests a natural ability to find solutions but it may also suggest shallow thinking <clever enough to get by without studying>. ALERT stresses quickness in seeing and understanding something <an alert student saw that there was a catch to the question>. QUICK-WITTED suggests coming up with quick replies in conversation or finding solutions in emergencies <a quick-witted debater> <a quick-witted babysitter put out the fire>.